Victoria Tea Festival Revival celebrates tea, art, cultureTea enthusiasts will be able to gather for the yearly Victoria Tea Festival Revival on October 5, but according to the International Tea Appreciation Society (ITAS), who present this non-profit event, it’s more than just a celebration of tea. “The tea festival is a celebration of art and culture. If you have even a passive […] Continue Reading |
Lydia’s Film Critique: SalesmanDoor to door, and door to door to door, they come dressed smart with wit up their sleeves. In one hand, the holy book; in the other, clammy desperation. Although they may be Bible salesmen, the Lord is seldom on their side. Documentary film Salesman (1969)—directed by Albert Maysles, David Maysles, and Charlotte Zwerin—dedicates itself […] Continue Reading |
Pulling on The Fretless’ songwriting heartstringsToronto-based string quartet The Fretless has been together for 10 years and counting; they’re currently touring in support of their sixth album, Glasswing. But they met through what many may not know exists: a strong and interconnected national fiddle scene. “There’s a bit of a fiddle community in Canada,” says fiddle and viola player Trent […] Continue Reading |
Carlos Nunez crushes borders with bagpipesWhere do you think of when you think of the bagpipes? Probably not Spain, but Carlos Nunez is here to show why you should. Performing at CeltFest in Victoria, Nunez plays the gaita, a precursor to what we now know as the bagpipes. But despite playing such an ancient instrument, Nunez isn’t bound to ancient […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Meal-prepping basicsAs college students in the 21st century, we all live extremely busy lives. Between our studies, work, exercise, and social lives, healthy eating can get overlooked. There’s nothing wrong with grabbing a Subway sandwich or other fast food every once in a while if you’re on the run. However, eating out all the time can […] Continue Reading |
Natural Selection: October 2, 2024 issue |
British Columbia Federation of Students launches Generation Vote Now campaignIn an effort to encourage young voters to get out to the polls, the British Columbia Federation of Students (BCFS) has launched the Generation Vote Now campaign. Young adults in BC make up a significant proportion of the population, but in the 2020 provincial election, approximately 1 in 5 adults under 35 voted. According to […] Continue Reading |
Casting the ballot: A student guide to provincial politicsWhile it may not be the most high-profile or talked-about election this year, the 2024 British Columbia provincial election has been getting increasing attention and coverage as we approach polling day on Saturday, October 19. Political experts say that the election is a close race between the BC New Democratic Party (BC NDP) and the […] Continue Reading |
Culture Days showcases diverse culture and arts for 15th yearCelebrating 15 years, Culture Days returns Canada-wide this fall, offering hundreds of activities highlighting diverse arts and culture in local communities. Running from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, October 13, the event offers a variety of free participatory programs, including over 400 across BC. Last year, Culture Days included over 3,000 programs in over 300 […] Continue Reading |
New William Head on Stage play gets personalWilliam Head Correctional Centre has been providing the island with imaginative live theatre for almost 40 years, but Hatched, put on by William Head on Stage (WHoS), might just be giving people the most intimate look inside the performers’ lives yet. WHoS project lead and director Kate Rubin has been working with WHoS for almost […] Continue Reading |
